Silvia Middleton: Sticks & Stones… and words
It is so very hard to practice self-restraint. However, in my opinion, if we all did, we would have far more civil discourse and be able to make progress as…
Vote For Our Future: 2025 Election Information
This year, people who live in Cleveland, East Spencer, Granite Quarry, Kannapolis, Landis, Rockwell, Salisbury, and Spencer can vote in their town's municipal election. If you have questions about this…
Nov. 8th Breakfast: Understanding How Social Services Help Rowan County Residents
Nov. Breakfast guest speaker, Micah Ennis, is in her fifth year serving as the Social Services Director in Rowan County. Come listen, learn, and ask questions as Micah provides a…
Anthony Smith: Day 27 of the Shutdown
By the time you read this, Day 27 will have passed. What probably won't have changed is not knowing what will happen next as regards food insecurity. On 10/28/25, NC…
We’re Watching: “SEIZE THE INSTITUTIONS” – Trump’s Plot to Steal the Midterms
It is easy to not watch one more thing. Be a good citizen and watch one more thing. Stay informed. A reminder from John Pavlovitz - "...the only way we’re…
Six Local Opinions: Don’t Miss!
Six local writers offer a sampler of important opinions on our current state of affairs. From the East Wing to DOGE, we're not staying quiet in Rowan County! Marie Sofley:…
Chili Cook-Off: Compete or Hang Out & Taste! Saturday, Oct. 25, 1-3 pm
It’s time to pull out your crock pot and open up the spice cabinet! We're hosting a Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, 10/25 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm at RCDP HQ.…
BIG News: RCDP has Secured a $10,000 Matching Grant & our Goal is Attainable with Your Help!
UPDATE! KEEP SENDING THOSE DONATIONS FOR THE $10,000 MATCHING GRANT for RCDP! Your generosity has us at $7,900 and well on our way to our goal of $10,000 to double…
Karen Puckett and Geoffrey Hoy: Standing Against Mid-term Gerrymandering in NC
Two letters published prior to the decision by the Republican majority in Raleigh to gerrymander yet another Congressional district to Trump. Thank you to everyone who called representatives and sent…
Dr. Andria Porter: This is What Democracy Looks Like
Whether we like it or not, what is happening in our country right now is, indeed, what democracy looks like. It looks like people being rounded up by soldiers wearing…